Mom Life

The Stepfamily Reset “If I had only known, I may not have signed on for this stepfamily life!” Time and again, stepparents say they had absolutely no idea just how challenging blended family life would be. Their partners feel the...

Being a mom is hard enough, but being a working mom? That's a whole different level of challenging. Throw in after-school activities for the kids, and you've got a recipe for stressed out, frazzled, and exhausted. So, what's a busy...

It's almost time for 2024! By this time of the year, you may be confused about what day it is, and what time it is and can't seem to remember what it feels like to wear real pants. But...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year….for Christmas crafts and homemade gifts! Join five-year-old Samantha and I as we craft our way through the holidays with ALL the glitter you can handle! Popsicle Stick House Ornaments How fun are these?...

  There is no denying that life is busy. From sporting events to school functions, families are constantly on the go. So, wouldn’t it be great to save some time (and sanity) and find a place that has it all?...

Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away! To help everyone get into the spirit, I'm sharing a few fun Thanksgiving-themed food ideas! My kids have loved these over the years, and I hope yours do too! Turkey Quesadilla These are really cute...

My hometown recently had its homecoming celebration. I live in an area where sports are a big deal, and homecoming is no exception. There is a parade before the big game, and people begin lining the streets hours early...

In my heart, there exists a man who I can't let go of. I now recognize that this man that I married, I had created and told myself was real is a reflection of myself. Early in the relationship,...

When I first started driving, I had two options for what to drive: my mom's Honda Civic, which was a 5-speed, or my dad's automatic transmission...a Ford Aerostar minivan. I remember when he came home with that minivan a few...

Back to School Time As back-to-school approaches, I find myself trying to soak in every single sweet moment of summer with my girls. But......a memorable and jam-packed summer has left me antsy. I'm tired, my brain has a million "open...